Grosvenor’s next public meeting will take place in the Cambridge United Supporters Club at 7.30 p.m. on Monday 12th March, when all are welcome to attend.
In the run up to next week’s public meeting by Grosvenor Developments about progress to build a sports village on land between the M11 and the Trumpington Park and Ride site, Cambridge Fans United has been keen to see progress made towards making the scheme a reality.

Grosvenor’s plans include a new stadium for Cambridge United and ambitious facilities for the club’s Youth and Community Trust, which already has over 1,000 youngsters on its books. The Sports Village would also offer the opportunity for other local sports to get new pitches and top notch ancillary facilities.

 CFU Chairman, Dave Matthew Jones said

“Whilst we recognise that Trumpington residents have genuine concerns about what this development might bring, the club has been waiting for this opportunity to relocate into decent accommodation for many years. However, this is not just about a football team moving, because Cambridge and its surrounding areas are in real need of facilities like these.”

 “Whilst there has been a growth in the population, facilities for sport and for football, in particular, have not kept pace with that expansion. Youngsters in particular, have been under catered for and that needs to change, but these plans stand to benefit everyone, as part of an agenda in which concerns about health and well being can be addressed.”

 “If we continue to build more houses but don’t provide proper sporting facilities for families, what sort of place will it be? If we want to continue to attract businesses and young professionals to the Cambridge area, then these things go hand in hand.”

“I have lived in the Cambridge area for forty years and have seen so many schemes that would have benefitted people talked about, delayed and then disappear and I think that my children and grandchildren deserve better than that.” “I know that local people are concerned about issues like transport and disturbance, and so are football supporters. We need to work together on those concerns and overcome them to the benefit of all. Now is the time to begin to do that and for Cambridge to reap the rewards with a great scheme which we can all be proud of.”
 
 
Cambridge Fans United (Dave Matthew-Jones) presented Cambridge United (Renford Sargent) with a cheque for £10,000 at the recent home fixture against Guiseley. The Trust will receive shares in the club in return.

CFU Chairman Dave Matthew-Jones commented
“This is further evidence of the Trust’s backing for Cambridge United. We are happy to help whenever we are able. However, we can only do so if the supporters back us. It is important that everyone joins CFU.”

This news follows the recent announcement that CFU launched  a drive to recruit 1,000 members and the news that U’s manager, Jez George, and the entire playing squad had signed up to CFU.

Dave added “This time last year we helped pay for repairs to a bridge so as to keep the Habbin Stand open”

“This cheque provides funds to aid the club in moving forward positively this year. Whilst we work for both the supporters and the club, we do need help to ensure that progress continues, both on and off the pitch.”

“For the equivalent of six pence per day you can join CFU. It can be done online, by post or at the CFU caravan on matchdays. The summer is approaching and for two months the club will receive no match day income. The target is to get through this period and start next season free of debt.”

“The more members CFU has, the more often it can provide Cambridge United with investment.”

Thanks go to all those who have already joined or renewed their lapsed subscriptions.
 
 
Steve Line is bringing his Walk Right Back Cabaret Show to the Cambridge United Supporters Club on Friday 16th March.

Tickets cost £10, however if purchased before March 1st, they are £8 for CFU and Supporters club members

Tickets can be purchased from the Cambridge United Supporters Club or on match days from the CFU caravan.

Supporting acts for the evening are Gemma Hicks and Sam Pudney.

You can also ring Carol Looker 0774 982 9883 for information and tickets

Come along and have a good night out
 
 
U's Fan David Day now lives in the USA. He has submitted some photos of his lastest trip back to visit CUFC.

You can see them here.
 
 
To coincide with the CFU initiative to increase our membership to 1000 members, we have set up a new blog so you can discuss CFU membership and ask any question you may have about CFU or about becoming a member.
The CFU Board Members will reply if there are things you would like to ask.

You can find the blog here
 
 
_ In today’s world every football club has to meet the business challenges it faces head on.  By recognising these challenges and changing effectively, football clubs can prevent the uncertainty and suffering currently being experienced at many clubs.

Cambridge United and CFU have joined together to ensure that similar events do not happen at the R Costings Abbey Stadium. We are working together to ensure a secure future.

Now is the time to be pro-active and not simply reactive. With everyone working together, we can enable the club’s short to medium term future to be secure.

The aim is to:
1.      Eliminate debt and start building a capital reserve.
2.      Run the club on realistic and affordable budgets in the future.

Football and society is changing. Cambridge United has to change with these times and build for the future. 

How can supporters help?
1.      Join CFU
- 100 new members will give the Trust £2,000 to invest in the club.
- 1000 members would provide £20,000 yearly
2.      Spend £1 extra every match.
For example:
- buy a 50/50 ticket,
- buy a car sticker.
- buy a programme at least once in three games
This could raise £22,000
3.      If you have spare time help by volunteering.
4.      Bring a friend or relation to one league match. This could raise £20,000
5.      Support and enjoy the Centenary Year

There will also be some exciting offers for CFU members announced shortly.

Don’t wait - Join today! 
All it takes is a few clicks and you can find details of all the CFU membership packages here
 
 
The Vice-Presidents Club are holding a Casino Night at the R Costings Abbey Stadium in the Dublin Suite on the evening of Saturday 18th February 2012. It starts at 19.30

A great evenings fun and entertainment is guarenteed and there will be a buffet and prizes during the evening which are included in the ticket.

You can find more details about the Casino Night here

You can purchase tickets for just £10 in the CFU Shop here
 
 
The CFU Shop will be holding a Sale until the end of February.

A number of items have been reduced, including personalised mugs and notebooks.

In addition we have found two further copies of the book
"100 Greats - Cambridge United Football Club".
This book was previously sold-out and there are no more copies that we are aware of- so act quickly if you would like to purchase a copy.

You can visit the Shop at www.cfushop.co.uk or follow the link in the left side menu.
 
 
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The online museum to celebrate Cambridge United's One Hundredth anniversary in 2012 will be open for visitors from 3rd February at 20:00hrs

The web address is www.100yearsofcoconuts.co.uk

 If supporters have a story, memory or photographs to include please contact CFU via phone 07957 344005, email  info@100yearsofcoconuts.co.uk or come along to the CFU caravan on match days.

The museum would also like to hear from players and officials of the club who played their part in the clubs rich history to record their experiences and recollections.

Barry Benton said,

" The museum is an exciting project to be involved with. There are so many stories still to tell. This is only the beginning and we hope over the years the museum will grow with new items. If anyone wishes to get involved please contact us.

We  hope everyone will enjoy touring the site and will come back often.

We would also like to thank everyone who helped build the site and provide items for inclusion.
Cambridge United has had an exciting history and can now look forwards to the next 100 years with confidence and pride".
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The CFU AGM held on Monday night (23rd January)

Matt Ramsay has recorded the events and his report is now available to read or download.

It can be found here.

If there are any questions arising from the AGM please contact Terry Wilby, CFU Secretary by e-mailing

info@cambridgefansunited.org